The skin is constantly working, even when we are at rest. Old cells move to the skin’s surface from the deeper parts of the skin as part of the normal cell cycle, and the dead cells are shed through the body’s natural exfoliation process. However, with age, the skin begins to function sluggishly, which results in piling up of dead cells on the skin’s surface. This makes the skin look dull and unhealthy.

With mounting levels of dust and pollution day after day, dead skin cells, dirt, and oil get accumulated on the surface of the skin. This buildup tends to cause dullness to the complexion, making the skin look tired and flaky. The best way to get rid of this is to exfoliate using a gentle face scrub that can remove this buildup, leaving the skin clean, smooth, and glowing.

The importance of exfoliation
Exfoliation becomes significantly important here, and dermatologists suggest face scrubs to maintain a healthy skincare regime and keep the skin glowing as they exfoliate the dead and damaged cells of the skin. A face scrub can be used prior to applying makeup. If you notice your skin getting flaky and patchy, and losing its sheen and glow, consider adding a face scrub to your weekly skin care routine.

However, it should be kept in mind that exfoliation is not good for everyone, especially those who suffer from eczema, atopic dermatitis, inflamed skin, and even sensitive skin.

The dos of scrubbing

• Always go for skin-loving ingredients in a face scrub like rice powder, which is rich in antioxidants. It is a natural exfoliant and helps absorb all the oil as it works.
• Leave it up to your skin to decide how frequently you should scrub; redness, sensitivity, or spots may indicate that you are over-exfoliating.
• The exfoliation method you use should suit your skin type.

The don’ts of scrubbing

• Do not apply too much pressure as it can cause irritation, leaving the skin a little red and patchy.
• Never exfoliate irritated or sunburned skin. Let upset skin calm down before scrubbing to avoid damaging it.

Choosing the best face scrub for your skin
Choose a scrub that addresses your particular skin care concerns, be it oily, dry, or combination skin. Here are a few tips to follow while picking a scrub to use:

• Face scrubs for oily skin
  People prone to acne breakouts, and blackheads and whiteheads should consider using scrubs with fruits, plant extracts, and non-plastic beads. Pomegranate seeds powder, jojoba seed granules, and apricot scrubs are gentle exfoliators that can be used twice a week on oily skin.
• Face scrubs for dry skin
  For dry skin, opt for AHA exfoliating lotion like lactic acid and mandelic acid. This helps remove the flakes and reduces dryness of the skin.
• Face scrubs for sensitive skin
  If you have sensitive skin, consider using cleansing milk or an alcohol-free cleansing lotion and avoid scrubbing the skin.